Health concerns? Lionel Messi will not start against Mauritania

Leo might miss the match against Mauritania altogether.

Details: According to renowned journalist and close friend of Lionel Messi, Gastón Edul, Leo will begin tomorrow's match against Mauritania on the bench.

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It's reported that Julián Álvarez and Nico Paz will feature in the starting XI instead of Leo, while the legendary Argentine could come on as a substitute, though that is not guaranteed.

At this time, there is no concrete information about the reasons behind Scaloni's approach to tomorrow's squad selection. However, some fans are already concerned that Leo might have picked up an injury and is taking precautions to avoid jeopardizing his World Cup campaign.

Argentina will face Mauritania tomorrow in a friendly fixture. This match was organized by the AFA after it became clear that the Finalissima against Spain was canceled because both sides failed to agree on a suitable venue.

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